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B3 WEX

2008 Volvo S80

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,788 mi
Last recorded50,788 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 WEX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 50,788 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 48,029 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Before rear axle - Marked with yellow chalk (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Before rear silencer - Marked with yellow chalk (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2025 48,029 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Before rear axle - Marked with yellow chalk (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Before rear silencer - Marked with yellow chalk (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 44,149 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 44,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 37,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 31,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *Tyre worn on outer edge* (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *Tyre worn on inner edge* (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 28,183 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 23,343 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded OS and NS. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 23,343 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded OS and NS. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 22,332 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 20,470 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 18,718 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 16,994 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 14,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 12,335 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 9,759 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 7,481 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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B3 WEX is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 WEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B3 WEX?

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What year was B3 WEX registered?

B3 WEX is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 3 November 2008.

Is B3 WEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 WEX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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